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Case Description
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On May 5, 2024, 56-year-old Derek Polite was found deceased in his North Braddock, Pennsylvania, residence, having suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the back of his head. The discovery was made by family members who, after viewing news reports of a related incident involving his cousin, became concerned and went to check on him.
Earlier that day, around 1 p.m., Derek's cousin, 26-year-old Bernard Junior Polite, entered Jesus' Dwelling Place Church in North Braddock during a service. He ...Read More
Earlier that day, around 1 p.m., Derek's cousin, 26-year-old Bernard Junior Polite, entered Jesus' Dwelling Place Church in North Braddock during a service. He ...Read More
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Derek Polite
Male
Black / African American
Braddock
PA
2024-05-05
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Derek
Polite
11/24/2025
Forum Posts (3)
Derek Polite’s murder is truly a baffling and deeply disturbing case. I was particularly struck by... ...Read More
10/28/2024
10/28/2024
Is anyone else puzzled by the lack of a clear motive in Derek Polite's case? It's so unsettling that... ...Read More
07/20/2024
07/20/2024
I’ve been following the case of Derek Polite and just can’t stop thinking about the impact on hi... ...Read More
06/10/2024
06/10/2024
